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The narrative centers on Paul Dombey, a prosperous shipping magnate whose desire for a son to inherit his business is thwarted by the death of his wife during childbirth, leaving him with a daughter. The story explores themes of arranged marriages for financial benefit, social inequality, and complex familial dynamics. Dickens delves into the darker aspects of human relationships, highlighting betrayal and deceit, and their profound consequences on individuals and society.
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Dombey and Son, Charles Dickens
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- Released
- 2018
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- Title
- Dombey and Son
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Charles Dickens
- Publisher
- Adelphi Press
- Released
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 866
- ISBN13
- 9781787248571
- Category
- Fiction
- Description
- The narrative centers on Paul Dombey, a prosperous shipping magnate whose desire for a son to inherit his business is thwarted by the death of his wife during childbirth, leaving him with a daughter. The story explores themes of arranged marriages for financial benefit, social inequality, and complex familial dynamics. Dickens delves into the darker aspects of human relationships, highlighting betrayal and deceit, and their profound consequences on individuals and society.